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Home » Fitness Conferences » 2007 IDEA World Fitness Convention

2007 IDEA World Fitness Convention


The IDEA World Fitness Convention has always been an event that moves fitness professionals to the depths of their hearts and inspires their passion to help others. This year's gathering was just that and more. With over 7,000 people from over 50 countries, we came together to learn, grow and set new directions for the future.

We hope to see you in Las Vegas on July 8 - 12, 2008.


2007 Highlights:

Check out the photos, videos and blogs from this year's San Diego, California IDEA World Convention.


  2007 Photos

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  2007 Videos

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  2007 Daily Blogs

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Meet the IDEA Editors/Bloggers >>


Click here, to view an interactive image of the 2007 IDEA World Fitness & Wellness Expo Hall!


Quotes From our Members:

"I have returned from the World Fitness Convention and am already reaching into my new toolbox of exercises with a replenished philosophy and as a better trainer than I was before I attended this event. Thank you for the hard work invested in a fantastic convention."
Lori Rede, IDEA member

"Thank you so much for continuing to have the IDEA conferences year after year. The 25th anniversary celebration was amazing; I can't imagine what the 50th celebration will be like!"
Kim Miller, IDEA Presenter and Member



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147: ABS-olutely Core with Resist-A-Ball® (Full)
Workshop presented by: Mike Morris
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Join us for an awesome abdominal and back session designed for all ages and fitness levels. Recent published research has proven that the ball is the most effective tool for training the abdominals. Understand the mechanics behind the exercises that support this research and are critical for strengthening the back and core. Teach your clients techniques for focusing on their core. They will see marked changes and get results.

148: Balance Training—Advanced Concepts Made Simple (Full)
Workshop presented by: John Blievernicht, MA
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
In this workshop, balance exercises will be taught for the beginning exercise enthusiast to the advanced level athlete. See how to simplify complex concepts of balance development and how they can be transformed into fun, practical exercises that all clients will love to perform. Learn to separate fad from function when it comes to balance training and how to use special equipment to help get results.

149: Corrective Exercise and Group Fitness
Workshop presented by: Justin Price, MA
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
As a Pilates, yoga, spinning, dance-based or other group fitness instructor, you often see clients in your classes with musculoskeletal imbalances. Finding time to address these problems during the class is difficult. This session teaches you how to identify imbalances in a class setting and also how to communicate and incorporate appropriate corrective exercises into your group sessions.

150: Peak Pilates® Reformer Seamless Series Workshop (Full)
Workshop presented by: Sonia Rodriguez
CECs/CEUs: AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Learn the meaning of what a “series” is in the classical system, and how “series” anchors the order, sequence and progression of the classical workout. The layering techniques/ progression guidelines for proper instruction will be examined. Series explored are: The FootWork Series, The Long Box Series, The Short Box Series; The Long Stretch Series, The Second Long Box Series and The Split Series. A must for any Pilates professional! BYOM

151: STOTT PILATES® Teaching Reformer to First-Timers
Workshop presented by: PJ O'Clair
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
The first session may be the most important group reformer class you teach. This workshop will give you the tools to ensure a motivating and stimulating class. Selected reformer exercises will be examined with an eye to maintaining pace and flow so the group can “feel” the workout while still ensuring proper technique. The use of demonstration, imagery and concise cuing and correcting will be discussed.

152: Balanced Body University: The Twisted Reformer (Full)
Workshop presented by: Nora St. John
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Rotation is fundamental to functional movement and especially to activities such as golf, tennis and throwing sports. This workshop will teach you twisted variations on classical and contemporary reformer moves to add spice, fluidity and increased power to your reformer sessions. BYOM

153: STOTT PILATES® Split-Pedal Stability Chair (Full)
Workshop presented by: Michael Christensen
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
This workshop will introduce participants to a variety of exercises on the split-pedal stability chair. The capabilities of the chair will be described and demonstrated. See how this modality offers your clients/students the opportunity to perform functional work against spring resistance in a variety of positions (sitting, standing and lying). Here is an opportunity to train core stability while working bilaterally, unilaterally or reciprocally with the limbs. Repeated as session #464.

154: Yoga In Balance
Workshop presented by: Lauren Eirk
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Explore some of the most challenging postures in the practice of hatha yoga. Poses that require balancing on the feet/foot, hands, forearms, shoulders and head can be some of the most calming, meditative postures in yoga. Discover ways to achieve balance in these poses and learn the importance of the upper and lower extremities as they relate to core strength. BYOM

155: Yo-Chi-Ball®
Workshop presented by: Lawrence Biscontini, MA
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Faithful to our principles of both functional alignment and core stability, we incorporate breathing techniques, yoga, tai chi, Pilates-inspired movement, and Feldenkrais® techniques. Experience yogic sun salutation as it is adapted for the stability ball! We will examine and apply mind-body principles so you have the tools to take your stability ball class into the next dimension of mind-body fitness! BYOM

156: Nautilus Institute™ Complete Circuit Training Program (Full)
Workshop presented by: Keli Roberts, and Jay Blahnik
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block C - Friday, 10:30am-12:20pm
The Nautilus Institute™ has developed a simple way for you to implement circuit training in your club. You will walk through the five diverse 15–30-minute circuit training programs and hear how the Nautilus Institute in-club training will give you the tools to implement a truly successful circuit. Note: This workshop is designed for club owners and program directors only. Repeated as session #266.
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Thursday

010: Schwinn® Cycling Instructor Training and Advanced Coaching Clinic
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Juliane Arney, and Jay Blahnik
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.80, AEA 4.00, AFAA 7.00, NASM-CGT 0.90, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.80, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 9:00am-6:30pm
Indoor cycling is still the rage, and now you have the opportunity to take the industry’s finest and most comprehensive indoor cycling course taught by Schwinn program creator Jay Blahnik. In this workshop, you will learn everything you need to know to become an indoor cycling instructor. Jay will lead you through bike fit, cycling physiology and mechanics, proper technique, the Schwinn Cycling Coaching Pyramid, class design, class scheduling and a power-packed workout. Lead Master Trainer Juliane Arney will be your coach for a bonus end-of-the-day ride to complete the Schwinn Cycling experience! Limited to 75 registrants
By Julz Arney, Jay Blahnik

011: STOTT PILATES® V2 MAX Plus—How to Create a Maximum-Impact Pilates Program (Full)
Lecture / Workshop presented by: John Garey, MS, and PJ O'Clair
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.70, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.80, NASM-CPT 0.80, NATABOC 0.70, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 9:30am-5:30pm
This all-day workshop offers a first look and comprehensive overview of STOTT PILATES’ latest creation, the new V2 Max Plus. Inspired by the demand for a highly versatile piece of Pilates equipment, this all-in-one system facilitates hundreds of exercises adding fun, challenge and variety to Pilates workouts. The session begins with a fundamental overview of the STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles. Participants will learn countless essential- through advanced-level exercise combinations using the multiple V2 Max Plus components, work on matwork and Cadillac exercises using the mat converter, then move on to reformer and vertical frame-based repertoire ideas. We’ll share effective tips and tricks for cuing, modifying and correcting clients in group classes or private sessions. Ideal for seasoned Pilates instructors or for those who want to learn more about this popular mind-body fitness phenomenon. Limited to 30 registrants.
By John Garey, MS, PJ O'Clair

012: A Taste of Inner IDEA®: A Body-Mind Experience
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Billy Macagnone, Carla Hales, Emma Ledbetter, Lauren Eirk, Lawrence Biscontini, MA, Lorna Francis, PhD, Melanie Byford-Young, PT, Michael Christensen, Scott Cole, and Vincent Macagnone
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.50, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.80, NASM-CPT 0.80, NATABOC 0.50, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 9:00am-5:35pm
Welcome to IDEA’s first “mini-Inner IDEA” preconference 1-day experience, intended to give you a taste of the full Inner IDEA event—a mindful multidimensional exploration of wellness. After an experiential opening address on the art of living in the present moment, you will be able to participate in three body-mind education tracks—Gyrotonic® exercises, yoga and Pilates—offered in three separate time periods (you can stay with one track for all three or jump back and forth). The day will culminate with an inspiring tai chi experience. Note: This preconference session is designed to create an immersion experience of body-mind modalities, in a distinctly different environment than the rest of the IDEA World Fitness Convention. (Participation is limited to 150 people.)
By Michael Christensen, Scott Cole, Vincent Macagnone, Billy Macagnone, Carla Hales, Emma Ledbetter, Lauren Eirk, Lawrence Biscontini, MA, Lorna Francis, PhD, Melanie Byford-Young, PT

013: Critical Skills for Personal Training and Group Exercise Directors—Inspirational Leadership and
Lecture presented by: Alex McMillan, Mary Bratcher, MA, Shannon Fable, Sherri McMillan, MS, Amy Boone Thompson, Tony Tamules, Nicki Anderson, and Linda Freeman
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.50, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.80, NASM-CPT 0.80, NATABOC 0.50, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 9:00am-5:20pm
Managing a team of group fitness instructors or personal trainers can be challenging, to say the least. This preconference offering will delve into the topics that are most common to managers of both groups, as well as provide individual breakout sessions in order for each manager to get information that is specific to the group he/she is currently leading. To enhance the experience, IDEA has arranged a special lunch hour that is designed for networking and just plain fun. You’ll walk away with great ideas to encourage team building and staff networking at home. We invite owners, managers and aspiring directors to take part in this special preconference offering. In addition, IDEA is happy to announce that each participant will receive a CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION upon the conclusion of this special day. Note: Box lunch provided.
By Alex McMillan, Mary Bratcher, MA, Shannon Fable, Sherri McMillan, MS, Amy Boone Thompson, Tony Tamules, Nicki Anderson, Linda Freeman

014: Compliance Coaching
Lecture presented by: Susan Block-Vezina, Tiffany Crate, MS, and Jim Gavin, PhD
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, AEA 2.50, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.80, NASM-CPT 0.80, NATABOC 0.60, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 10:00am-5:00pm

Would you like your clients to take more responsibility for their results? Do you want to elevate your income while working less? Isn't it time you learned how to integrate proven coaching methods into your practice?

IDEA introduces a CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION in compliance coaching, presented in conjunction with The Association of Fitness by Phone® Coaches, the leaders in fitness phone coaching. Proven to increase exercise compliance to 75-90%, compliance coaching has been scientifically researched for over 24 years by Stanford University, The Cooper Institute and scores of other renowned research institutions.

Learn how compliance coaching leverages personal trainers' existing skill sets and provides the tools to shift from trainer-efficacy to self-efficacy. Learn how to apply these new coaching skills in a hands-on environment from leading coaching experts. Finally, learn the business strategies to incorporate these skills into your current practice and maximize your earning potential. If you want to significantly impact compliance and results for your clients, earn more while working less and attract new clients, compliance coaching is the next level for you.

10:00am - 12 Noon Bridging the Gap from Trainer to Coach
Susan Block-Vezina and Tiffany Crate, MS

Discover how to make a seamless transition from instructor to coach and increase client results and compliance up to 900% with the three, research based Compliance Coaching Systems.

12 Noon - 1:00pm
Eat and Greet (bring your lunch)
Informal Q and A with the presenters

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Build Your Coaching Tool Box for Optimum Success
Jim Gavin, Ph.D., Susan Block-Vezina, Tiffany Crate M.S.

Learn specific coaching tools from three highly successful coaching programs: Lifestyle Fitness Coaching, Fitness by Phone® and Intuitive Eating

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Coaching for Profitability
Susan Block-Vezina and Tiffany Crate M.S.

Learn how to leverage your position as a fitness professional to make coaching a profitable, stand alone, fee-based service




 


By Susan Block-Vezina, Tiffany Crate, MS, Jim Gavin, PhD

015: A World of Water: Water~Basics
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Katharine McLarty, Yoko Holcombe, Bethany Diamond, and Kenneth Baldwin
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.80, AEA 6.50, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.90, NASM-CPT 0.90, NATABOC 0.80, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 7:45am-5:00pm
Water training is not just for the aged and infirmed. It can be a significant form of training for amateur and professional athletes, active boomers who want to step up their training without the impact associated with many forms of land training and former swimmers who want an intensified workout. Learn how to create programming that is a step above the familiar—and watch their fitness take a new direction. This special preconference session truly has something for everyone. IDEA is happy to offer two distinct tracks of study, please read below to find the track that most suits your needs. Put the FUN into the fundamentals with this day-long concentrated workshop. First, you will learn the basics as they pertain to the properties of water and how they are utilized for effective training. Next, you will learn a simple system for developing classes that will challenge a wide variety of participants. Finally, you will have the opportunity to put this newly acquired information to the test. Beware! This is not aquatic dance…it is water fitness!
By Katharine McLarty, Yoko Holcombe, Bethany Diamond, Kenneth Baldwin

016: A World of Water: Water~Intensified (Full)
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Yoko Holcombe, Kenneth Baldwin, Katharine McLarty, and Bethany Diamond
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.80, AEA 6.50, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.90, NASM-CPT 0.90, NATABOC 0.80, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 7:45am-5:00pm
Water training is not just for the aged and infirmed. It can be a significant form of training for amateur and professional athletes, active boomers who want to step up their training without the impact associated with many forms of land training and former swimmers who want an intensified workout. Learn how to create programming that is a step above the familiar—and watch their fitness take a new direction. This special preconference session truly has something for everyone. IDEA is happy to offer two distinct tracks of study, please read below to find the track that most suits your needs. Experienced Instructors: If you want to challenge yourself and your students, then you have come to the right place. In this 8-hour course of study, you will be exposed to the many methods/techniques that are guaranteed to bring greater intensity to your water fitness classes. Your students won’t have the time, or the breath, to trade recipes and tell stories about their children once you learn new methods for creating productive, progressive class formats. Empower yourself as an instructor, and empower your students to embrace new formats that truly train their bodies and keeps them mentally engaged in the water. Limited to 25 registrants for each track
By Yoko Holcombe, Kenneth Baldwin, Katharine McLarty, Bethany Diamond

017: Function Litmus Test and the Science of Tweakology
Lecture/Demo presented by: Chuck Wolf, MS
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.60, NASM-CPT 0.60, NATABOC 0.60, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 11:00am-5:00pm
This course will delve into the true characteristics of human motion and definitively address the criteria that make an activity or movement pattern functional. Too often fitness professionals use the term “functional” without addressing the issues of integrated movement. Participants will be exposed to the following concepts and learn how they interface with functional integrated movement.
By Chuck Wolf, MS

018: FIT4MOM Presented by Stroller Strides®
Lecture / Workshop presented by: Lisa Druxman, MA, Farel Hruska, Hannah Sansone, Jen Weck, and Jan Weck
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.60, AEA 4.00, AFAA 6.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.70, NATABOC 0.60, NFPT 1.00

Thursday, 10:00am-5:00pm
Stroller Strides is proud to present Fit4Mom, an educational symposium designed to bring fitness professionals the latest research and expertise for the pre- and postnatal client. Build on your foundation of knowledge so that you can specialize in this growing population. Gain a solid understanding of the guidelines, learn new exercises and meet other fitness professionals in this niche market. Learn how to develop a new business entity by specializing in pre- and postnatal fitness.
By Lisa Druxman, MA, Farel Hruska, Hannah Sansone, Jen Weck, Jan Weck

Friday

162: Sweet Sixteen with Resist-A-Ball® (Full)
Workshop presented by: Stephanie Morris
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
This “can’t miss” session is packed full of creative ball choreography! You’ll learn exciting 16-count cardio and innovative strength combos, plus a formula that will give you a year’s worth of choreography. We will show you how to mix and match these combinations to create an endless array of heart-pumping, calorie-burning, total-body workouts!

163: Hi-Lo Eclectic Dance Mixes
Workshop presented by: Kimberly Miller
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
An eclectic mix of dance styles are combined to give you continuous hi-lo-impact choreography that will give your classes an added flare. Movements are selected to mimic the expression of dance, while maintaining heart-pumping cardio. Bring your energy to this explosive workshop and transform your hi-lo classes.

164: Hip-Hop Instructor Training Workshop, Part 1
Workshop presented by: Madonna Grimes, MA
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
This workshop is designed to bring out the best in your hip-hop class. Whether you’ve never taught hip-hop before, or you’re a veteran at teaching it, this workshop will enhance your skills so that your class will have longevity and creativity. You will be given homework and then you will perform these moves on the last day. Be sure to bring your own music and come prepared to dance. All levels welcome.

165: Schwinn® Cycling: Instructor’s Choice (Full)
Workshop presented by: Jennifer Renfroe
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
Chosen just for IDEA by your Schwinn Master Trainer, experience a complete ride sure to give you plenty of ideas and one heck of a workout! You might do a race day simulation or short sets of powerful hills and flats. You might even do team challenges that give you a chance to compete with the other riders in the room. Whatever happens, you can expect world-class coaching, motivation and high energy. Repeated as session #448.

166: Schwinn® Cycling: Music Magic
Workshop
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
Music matters! We will teach you how to choose and use music to create rides that are motivating and inspiring beyond belief! From purchasing music online, to playing amateur DJ with editing software, and from making class play lists in minutes to using your iPod in class, you will be informed and inspired to move in a digital direction. Come ready to embrace the technology and unleash the power of your music. Repeated as session #237.

167: M3 Imagine by Keiser
Workshop presented by: Krista Popowych, BHK
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
Can you imagine cycling across France? What about participating in a road race or mountain biking through the Rockies? In this workshop, you will practice and experience visualization and imagery skills to motivate your participants to reach new heights of physical and psychological experiences. Let your mind and body truly experience how imagery skills can take you and your students on the ride of their lives.

168: Water Class Design, Part 1
Lecture presented by: Bethany Diamond
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 2.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
Finally, a tool to assist you in developing your water fitness classes! In Part 1, we will discuss how to program classes that add variety and purpose to your clients’ workouts. Next, we will review the design sheet and learn how to use it. Finally, you will design classes as a group, in teams and individually. Leave with three classes that are ready to use right away.

169: Tied ‘N Tethered
Workshop presented by: Katharine McLarty
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 2.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
Stretch your strength and go beyond your limits! Tether training (for the water environment) increases resistance and intensity to develop strength and power. Using resistance tubing, discover how you can work out in assisted and resisted training modes, on your own, or in partners to add some true grit to your classes. Tether training is a great way to make a “splash” with your students.

170: 21st Century Youth Fitness
Panel Discussion presented by: Beth Kirkpatrick, Peter Newman, and Tom Root
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, AEA 1.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NASN 0.00, NFPT 0.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
You won’t believe what’s happening in youth fitness today! Our panelists are utilizing experts and branded experiences to teach sports and fitness through technology. It is a virtual world out there! Come hear our panelists describe the new and innovative ways they are reaching the youth market and see how you can get involved.

171: Case Studies in Personal Training
Lecture presented by: Sherri McMillan, MS
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 2.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block D - Friday, 3:30-5:20pm
In this session you will review real-life client scenarios and the approach that was taken and programs that were designed for each of them. Come and see how theory is put into practice.
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Saturday

256: STOTT PILATES® The Knee: Stability and Function
Workshop presented by: Melanie Byford-Young, PT
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.30, AEA 1.50, AFAA 2.50, NASM-CGT 0.30, NASM-CPT 0.30, NATABOC 0.30, NFPT 1.00
Special Time: 8:30-11:30am

Time Block F-1- - Saturday, 8:30-11:30am (Special Time)
This lecture/demo will explore the anatomy and biomechanics involved in the normal healthy functioning of the knee, including the available movements and typical movement patterns. Some of the interruptions that can occur and common abnormal or dysfunctional movement patterns will then be addressed. Finally, exercise progressions to rebuild normal muscle action and movement patterning, challenge and promote optimal function, prepare for specific activities and enhance performance will be outlined.

257: InTensive: Muscle Activation Techniques: From Start to Finish (Full)
Lecture / Workshop
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.40, AEA 1.50, AFAA 4.00, NASM-CGT 0.40, NASM-CPT 0.40, NATABOC 0.40, NFPT 1.00

Saturday, 8:30am-12:30pm
Most trainers have noticed limited range of motion (ROM) and/or compensation problems in many of their clients’ movement patterns. Limitations in ROM are indicators of muscular weakness. These weaknesses lead to compensation and ultimately to injury and pain. Learn this exceptional assessment/correction system that accurately identifies and corrects muscular imbalances from start to finish! Learn a step-by-step approach to assess and correct each of your client’s individual muscular imbalances. Find out how to follow-up with a specific exercise routine that “jump starts” the weak muscles and eliminates imbalances that exist. Note: This class will emphasize the identification and correction of muscular imbalances in the lower body.

260: BOSU® All-Ball Sport Circuit (Full)
Workshop presented by: Douglas Brooks, MS, and Candice Copeland-Brooks
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block G - Saturday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Join us for an enlightening workshop that will provide plenty of new challenges for your students and clients. Learn to create high-energy, athletic workouts using the BOSU® Balance Trainer, BOSU® Soft Fitness Balls and weighted stability balls. Whether you own one piece or all three pieces of equipment, you will take away several exercise progressions for enhanced power torso training, dynamic flexibility, core strength, shoulder stability, proprioceptive skills and hand-eye coordination.

261: Body Bar Express
Workshop
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block G - Saturday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Take the expressway to fast, creative and effective workouts tailor made for the time crunched individual who wants maximal results in minimal time. Learn two 30-minute workouts using the Body Bar and step, and take away the tools to develop many more. Express workouts are booming and are a great way to optimize studio time and keep clients happy!

262: Who’s Afraid of Cross-Phrasing? (Step Format)
Workshop presented by: Yoav Avidar
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block G - Saturday, 10:30am-12:20pm
How many times have you finished composing your latest choreography masterpiece and after taking a look at the counts you thought, “how will I break it down?” This useful workshop will send you home with an easy-to-use system for successful breakdown. Acquire simple techniques that will enable you to manage any level of choreography as well as open a path for creating new and exciting classes.

263: Drums Alive™—Golden Beats (Full)
Workshop presented by: Carrie Ekins, MA
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block G - Saturday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Golden Beats is specially designed for the senior population. When we drum and dance we are having FUN! This experience releases endorphins and erases negative feelings. The rhythmical pattern of the drum increases synchronization of brain wave activity, which in turn provides feelings of euphoria and improved mental awareness. Come and learn how to integrate this unique class into your existing seniors program.

264: Freakin’ Robics Hi-Lo
Workshop presented by: Steve Boedt
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.00, NASN 0.00, NFPT 0.00

Time Block G - Saturday, 10:30am-12:20pm
Join this high-energy workout based on the classic hi-lo with a bit of a dance flavor. Let Steve show you how to start with basic moves and end up with an advanced dance workout for participants of all levels!

265B: FUNK FITNESS (with session 265A)
Workout presented by: Marvin Thornton
Special Time: 11:30am-12:20pm

Time Block G-2- - Saturday, 11:30am-12:20pm (Special Time)
FUNK FITNESS will have you looking like a dancer in no time. Marvin combines elements of hip-hop, jazz and ballet and breaks them down into basic, easy-to-follow routines. The most current music hits plus Marvin’s dynamic personality make FUNK FITNESS a must-see s(and do!) experience.

265A: Hip-Hop for All! (with session 265B) (Full)
Workout presented by: Tony Stone
Special Time: 10:30-11:20am

Time Block G-1- - Saturday, 10:30-11:20am (Special Time)
This class provides a great cardio workout that balances basic, funk, hip-hop, urban, and MTV-type dance moves with physical intensity. It improves coordination and can be enjoyable to all. This class keeps you moving, grooving, sweating and smiling while dancing like you didn’t think possible.

266: Nautilus Institute™ Complete Circuit Training Program (Full)
Workshop presented by: Keli Roberts, and Jay Blahnik
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block G - Saturday, 10:30am-12:20pm
The Nautilus Institute has developed a simple way for you to implement circuit training in your club. You will walk through the five diverse 15–30-minute circuit training programs and hear how the Nautilus Institute in-club training will give you the tools to implement a truly successful circuit. Note: This workshop is designed for club owners and program directors only. Repeated as session #156.
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Sunday

458: Train the Joes Like the Pros (Full)
Workshop presented by: Todd Durkin, MA
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block J - Sunday, 9:40-11:30am
Learn how the NFL superstars’ workout program can be used for all your clients. Speed, agility, quickness, core strength, power and balance are infused into one workout to create a motivating atmosphere that will challenge and inspire the athlete in all of us. We’ll use the same drills the pros use to improve overall performance and conditioning; from young to old, weekend warrior to competitive athlete, they are all looking for results, motivation, accountability and to be challenged.

459: Medicine Ball Sports Performance (Full)
Workshop presented by: Don Bahneman, MS
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block J - Sunday, 9:40-11:30am
Looking for something different to train your team? This medicine ball workshop is geared toward building upon the performance components (power, stability, recovery) and finding new ways to challenge your athletes.

460: Through the Ages: Strength Training for Women
Workshop presented by: Michelle Schwahn, PT
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block J - Sunday, 9:40-11:30am
From adolescence through to old age, there are factors about being female that will influence optimal health and function. The musculoskeletal system must be considered as integral to each woman as a whole. We will briefly consider the physiological and psychological changes of each life stage (adolescence, childbearing years and over 40) and the health issues that arise from them. This workshop will teach you how to design exercise programs and provide education for your female clients throughout the life stages.

461: GRAVITY®:: Amplified Resistance (Full)
Workshop presented by: Rob Glick, and Kimberly Spreen
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block J - Sunday, 9:40-11:30am
What’s intense, exciting, lightning fast and works? Learn to create a muscular endurance full-body group workout on the GTS® by efi Sports Medicine! Pull your way to enhanced muscle development, core stability and increased joint range of motion. Learn how using body weight as resistance against gravity individualizes workouts and how you can amplify resistance in a brand-new, time-efficient way! Repeated as session #311.

462: STOTT PILATES® Intense Sculpting Challenge
Workshop presented by: Melanie Byford-Young, PT
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block J - Sunday, 9:40-11:30am
Build more challenge and diversity with this Level 4 Flex-Band® workshop. You will learn how to challenge core and peripheral strength with the resistance provided by the Flex-Band exerciser and increase exercise intensity in the areas of neuromuscular coordination, balance, strength and flexibility. Cues and corrections for safety and effectiveness are also covered. Repeated as session #493.

463: The Complete Mat of Joseph H. Pilates (Full)
Workshop presented by: Siri Dharma Galliano
CECs/CEUs: AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20

Time Block J - Sunday, 9:40-11:30am
The mat is the beginning and end of the work of Joe Pilates. There is no equipment to help you. There is no talking, no pausing. There are no modifications. This class will be the complete 70 mat exercises, in sequence, for a healthy body. The smaller parts of Joe’s complete system, such as the magic circle, foot corrector, toe corrector and arm weight series are placed in the mat category and will be presented.

464: STOTT PILATES® Split-Pedal Stability Chair
Workshop presented by: PJ O'Clair
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block J - Sunday, 9:40-11:30am
This workshop will introduce participants to a variety of exercises on the split-pedal stability chair. The capabilities of the chair will be described and utilized. See how this modality offers your clients and students the opportunity to perform functional work against spring resistance in a variety of positions (sitting, standing and lying). Here is an opportunity to train core stability while working bilaterally, unilaterally or reciprocally with the limbs. Session repeated as #153.

465: YogaFit® Principles of Anatomical Alignment
Workshop presented by: Stephanie Adams
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block J - Sunday, 9:40-11:30am
YogaFit’s success in the fitness industry has been built upon its commitment to teaching yoga from the perspective of exercise science for safety and effectiveness. Whether you are a beginner or advanced practitioner, your fitness education will be enhanced by looking at functional body alignment from the hatha yoga perspective. BYOM

466: Cooking in the Kitchen (CANCELED)
Workshop presented by: Chef Werner
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.00, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.00, NASN 0.00, NFPT 0.00

Sunday, 9:40am-1:00pm
Dare to get your hands dirty! Try your skills at chopping, cutting, peeling and preparing a meal under the supervision of Chef Werner. Learn how to prepare and “plate” a healthy and delicious meal like an iron chef.
By Chef Werner

470: BOSU® Mind-Body Training (Full)
Workshop presented by: Shannon Fable
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block K - Sunday, 2:30-4:20pm
Yoga, Pilates and tai chi are three of the hottest workout programs on the planet. This workshop shows you how to take these modalities and make them more effective by incorporating the new BOSU® Ballast Ball and BOSU® Balance Trainer. Whether you teach full-length, mind-body classes or are simply looking for innovative stretch, core, and dynamic strengthening moves, you will get more ideas than you can carry home.
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Monday

624: Cancellations, Excuses and Unrealistic Expectations (Full)
Lecture presented by: Nicki Anderson
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am
Tired of your clients canceling half way through their training package? Frustrated with their lack of motivation? Discover the real reasons clients don’t meet their goals and how you can turn it around. This lecture will cover the most common reasons clients cancel, fail and ultimately quit. Come learn how to create a successful partnership with your client that will ensure long-term success as well as secure a long-term client.

625: Chronic Pain and Exercise: Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain (Full)
Lecture presented by: Michelle Schwahn, PT
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 2.00, NASM-CGT 0.00, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am
Fibromyalgia, arthritis, myofascial pain syndrome and chronic fatigue are all diagnoses where the client experiences relentless bouts of pain and disability. We will discuss and identify the variables in each diagnosis and how we can develop effective and supportive fitness programs for these clients.

626: Minimal Equipment? No Problem! (Full)
Workshop presented by: Alex McMillan
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am
This workshop will teach you a variety of exercises for the lower body, upper body and core using minimal (and inexpensive) equipment such as exercise tubing, gliding discs or no equipment whatsoever. You don’t need a lot of equipment to experience an amazing workout. This is an excellent session for instructors or trainers who teach at clubs that don’t have a lot of equipment options, or for trainers who train in clients’ homes.

627: Core Training: From Science to Movement (Full)
Workshop presented by: Annette Lang, MS
CECs/CEUs: ACE 0.20, AEA 1.00, AFAA 1.50, NASM-CGT 0.20, NASM-CPT 0.20, NATABOC 0.20, NFPT 1.00

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am
Teach your clients how to work their core muscles from the inside out. You will learn how to assess core stability and which exercises are better for which client. This workshop will teach you the basics to advanced exercises, using stability balls, tubing and medicine balls.

628: Power Eating For Better Performance
Lecture presented by: Fabio Comana, MA, MS

Time Block N - Monday, 9:50-11:40am

The nutrition industry is a $75.4 billion industry with $15.6 billion spent on sports nutrition.  Do we need supplements or can we achieve performance benefits through nutritional strategies with our regular diets? This session discusses the power of carbohydrates, proteins, fats and hydration to improve performance, and provide you with strategies you can use to help your clients.

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